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houstonnative47
Missouri City, TX1,110 contributions
Feb 2020
We climbed the 220 steps recently. Being from flat country the climb looked challenging for us 70+ year olds. We were so glad that there were handrails because about 2/3 way up it does seem a bit high and I felt wobbly. Along the way there are painted rocks with encouraging messages until at the top one says "You made it and you didn't die." Great 360 degree views at the top. Definitely worth it!
Written March 26, 2020
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AN6pack
Waco, TX677 contributions
May 2022
We started out at a fairly fast pace and then quickly realized we needed to slow down. Over 200 steps but all well worth it! The views from the top were amazing and this ended up being one of our favorite things from our weekend in Wimberley!! Can't believe we had not heard of it on our many previous trips... we will be back!
Written May 9, 2022
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Vakation101
Murphy, TX102 contributions
Mar 2022 • Couples
Nice workout to 360 view at the top. 218 steps from my reading. We met several locals using this as part of their workout routine on way up & down. Windy at top but welcoming breeze to cool down. This is in a neighborhood with few nice home being developed. No entrance fees & about 6 parking spaces off the road in front on steps.
Written March 30, 2022
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Gagan G
London, UK22 contributions
Jun 2017 • Family
I want to know if it same place as called "Old Baldy" at 34 La Toya Cir, Wimberley, TX 78676?
Is Lookout Mountain something different than that the place above I visited this weekend?
Is Lookout Mountain something different than that the place above I visited this weekend?
Written June 6, 2017
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MMatrics
Stephenville, TX28 contributions
We couldn't find it. We drove all around where it was supposed to be and couldn't find anything that wasn't private property. No signs on Sharp Rd about it. So, I would ask a local exactly how to get there.
Written June 24, 2014
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Bob Savage
Wimberley, TX65 contributions
Oct 2017 • Couples
Old Baldy, near the heart of Wimberley is a great place for hiking. The view from the top is beautiful.
After your hke enjoy refreshments at The Lodge at Cypress Falls, minutes away in Woodcreek.
After your hke enjoy refreshments at The Lodge at Cypress Falls, minutes away in Woodcreek.
Written March 4, 2018
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Gregory D
52 contributions
Feb 2017
This place is best called "Old Baldy". It is not at the address shown but on La Toya Circle in Wimberly. Thanks to a local cowboy who mapped it correctly telling me he has helped other lost people.
The view is nice, a 220 rock stair path in great condition.
The view is nice, a 220 rock stair path in great condition.
Written February 27, 2017
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Sassbyheather
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Nov 2014 • Couples
You'll need good walking shoes to climb the many steps up to this lookout spot. It had a great 360 degree view of the area. We enjoyed praying up there. Another couple looked like they were enjoying a picnic.
Written November 15, 2014
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SlowDownSeeMore
Durham, NC219 contributions
Jan 2017 • Couples
This fun stop is a great way to see the whole valley of Wimberley and the surrounding areas. It is 218 steps to the top, but goes quickly and the 360 degree views at the top are great. It is right in the middle of an older community and has about 6 parking spots at the bottom where the stairs start. If your unsure of how to get here stop by the visitors center in town and they will give you printed instructions on how to go there... and actually go to the visitor's center anyway! They gave us a WEALTH of information. Things to do outside like this, and EmiyAnn Gardens. Both free and allowed us to walk our dog along with us. Old Baldy or Lookout Mountain, here, is only about 3 miles outside of the little town square area.
Written January 11, 2017
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catcramer
Austin, TX45 contributions
Apr 2016 • Friends
Okay, this is confusing. There is nothing at 5300 Mt. Sharp Road. If there once was something here, it's gone now.
Lookout Mountain a.k.a. Prayer Mountain a.k.a. Mount Baldy is at 33 La Toya Trail. There's room for about 4 or 5 cars to park. You'll see the stone steps and a sign that says "Prayer Mountain." It's 220 steep steps to the top and not for the faint of heart. Much of the way there are no handrails, and where there are handrails, it's just a wire strung between metal poles. But if you make it to the top, the view is gorgeous. I recommend this for healthy, cautious climbers.
Lookout Mountain a.k.a. Prayer Mountain a.k.a. Mount Baldy is at 33 La Toya Trail. There's room for about 4 or 5 cars to park. You'll see the stone steps and a sign that says "Prayer Mountain." It's 220 steep steps to the top and not for the faint of heart. Much of the way there are no handrails, and where there are handrails, it's just a wire strung between metal poles. But if you make it to the top, the view is gorgeous. I recommend this for healthy, cautious climbers.
Written May 2, 2016
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At what time does this place close? We wanna see if we can go right before sunset.
houstonnative47
Missouri City, TX1,110 contributions
I don't know but I wouldn't want to go up or down those steps when it is dark. They are difficult and scary. Thank goodness there is a railing to help.
paulina_lip
Irvine, CA75 contributions
Is this place still open? I can't find it on google maps and phone number is disconnected
Don R
Houston, TX452 contributions
Yes it's open. It is a scenic lookout and not a location that would have phones or restrooms. It is somewhat confusing to find because it is in a neighborhood. To locate it I followed the directions others had shared and put in the actual physical address
paulina_lip
Irvine, CA75 contributions
Is this place still open? I can't find it on google maps and phone number is disconnected
Ron
Houston, TX101 contributions
Old Baldie or lookout mountain is a public area. Just drive there and walk up the steps. There isn't a booth or anything that someone works at. It's just a lookout area for Wimberley.
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